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UAE SME Finance: Emirates Development Bank says cumulative financing approvals have topped Dh30 billion since 2021, backing firms in manufacturing, advanced technology, food security, healthcare and renewables. Green Enterprise: Algeria says more than 6,000 operators are active in waste recovery and the green economy, with micro-enterprises and startups encouraged to join. AI for Small Firms: A new UAE accounting assistant from XYRA targets SMEs as corporate tax registrations exceed 740,000; the World Bank chief has also highlighted AI as an opportunity for Türkiye’s small businesses. Saudi Credit: ZIG Finance has launched an SME credit vault with Nomura’s Laser Digital. Regional Support: The UAE ranks first globally for financial-system support for SME growth, while Omani SMEs are being urged to use AI to sharpen their competitive edge.

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Nov. 12, 2026

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Etisalat UAE Launches Agentic AI Marketing Platform for Small Businesses

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Price rises coming as small businesses juggle costs

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Türkiye calls for stronger cooperation on critical minerals, green trade at COP31

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Year Founded	1920
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Türkiye to accelerate sustainable development as İLBANK teams up with EIB for advisory support

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How EDB is helping shape the UAE’s industrial future

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Owned By	Obaid Al Tayer through Al Tayer Group & Al Nisr Publishing LLC.
Year Founded	1978
Website	https://gulfnews.com/
Domain Registration Year	1998
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Publication Location	United Arab Emirates, Dubai
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Nov. 13, 2026

Turkish Citizens Still Face Schengen Visa Delays and Refusals as Applications Hit a Record 1.27 Million

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Year Founded	2013
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Domain Registration Year	2013
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Publication Location	Prishtina

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Nov. 12, 2026

Türkiye signs development financing agreements worth $5.1B at COP31

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Year Founded	2015
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Thanksgiving events in Laredo: Markets, meals and a turkey giveaway

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Year Founded	1956
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Domain Registration Year	2013
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Publication Location	United States, Texas, Laredo
Owner Country	United States

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